Opinion: Child poverty is a province-wide crisis, affecting B.C.’s urban, suburban and rural communities alike Hardip Johal — Vancouver Sun

Opinion: In 2021, over 126,000 children in B.C. lived in poverty. We need comprehensive policies that address the root causes of povertyAs the 2024 B.C. provincial election campaign gains momentum, the political conversation will undoubtedly focus on many pressing issues — health care, economic growth and climate change, to name a few. However, amid these critical discussions, one issue must not be overlooked: the persistent and worsening poverty experienced by too many children and families across our province. Read More …Read More